Religion & Spirituality - 24 October 2006

So much negative, ill-spirited, divisive diatribe about religions. If you want to know about a religion shouldn't you read thier texts, thier lectures, and speak with thier folllowers as opposed those who dislike or attempt to turn you away? I especially see this amongst the various Christian sects - individuals tearing down others' beliefts rather than professing thier own. When I was studying Buddhism I read Buddhist texts, visited the Buddhist temple, spoke with monks and members and practiced what they taught. It was by these means I felt I obtained an accurate understanding of what they believe. It seems logical. Right?

2006-10-24 09:28:17 · 11 answers · asked by straightup 5

2006-10-24 09:27:52 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

Jesus had superpowers so of course he's gonna use them, but Batman was a regular dude who fights corruption all on his own. He never had God tell him what to do or angels come down from Heaven to help him. And Batman never tried to be a leader or have followers, he just wanted to help people.

2006-10-24 09:26:02 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

How does the prayer form of meditation apply to the Budist's way of worship?

2006-10-24 09:25:40 · 4 answers · asked by shotokan838 2

What would explain this? Do similar differences exist elsewhere in
the world or is it unique to America?

According to a survey posted on the National Catholic Reporter,
here are the percentages of people who say that torture is never justified:

26% Catholics
31% White Protestant
31% White evangelical
41% Secular
32% Overall Population

Here are the numbers who think that torture is often justified:

21% Catholics
15% White Protestant
13% White evangelical
10% Secular
15% Overall Population

Perhaps what we see here are the same personality traits that makes
people stick with a particular religion. The Catholic religion is
resistant to change, thus, people that stick with the Catholic
religion possibly (very generally speaking) may be more resistant to change. It has been general practice to have torture during military conflicts - not necessarily legal or approved, but it has been there. They are familiar with it, so it is acceptable.

2006-10-24 09:25:22 · 12 answers · asked by Spookshow Baby 3

I admit I have disdain for Muslims. I can't even imagine what it must be like to be forced into an arranged marriage. I can't imagine that if I don't bleed on my wedding night, I can be killed by my own father for shaming the family. ( Oh, if there are any Muslim men out there, a woman's Hyman is usually broken by time she reaches adulthood. Most girls do so by riding bicycles or using tampons.) Is using tapons against the teachings of the Quaran? You men are really bad news. Why do you treat your women like prisoners? Why do you always make them walk behind you? Why can't they worship beside you in the mosque? Why can't you evolve like the jews and christians and choose what text you want to believe in and which to ignore? Please don't call me a racist. Race is the color of your skin and one can't choose what they are born. Religon is a choice and I can say what I want regarding ones belief because they can be changed. Your religon is a choice and a stupid one I may add.

2006-10-24 09:25:09 · 21 answers · asked by Melissa G 3

2006-10-24 09:22:48 · 21 answers · asked by Black Atheist 1

I have heard many called that but what actually is against Christianity? what do you think the anti-christ is>?

2006-10-24 09:21:50 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

It always amazes me of how evil the world has become yet everybody thinks God and his son Jesus are so proud of them and will allow them entry into heaven. Remember Faith without WORKS is dead. Have you visited or sent any money to someone in jail? Have you visited anyone in the hospital? Who have you fed or clothed besides yourself and family? I do respect people who admit they are lost and looking for the path but to those of you who claim your saved and sanctified but have nothing to show for it you will be beat with MANY stripes.

2006-10-24 09:21:50 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-24 09:21:17 · 9 answers · asked by carl 4

more enemies of germany died then germans in those wars. and like rome likes to say fight rome and lose your nation. well fight germany lose your nation also. ie see soviet union no longer exists. might make england, usa, canada exstinct sometime in the future. like Me LORD GOD.

any disputes?

2006-10-24 09:19:26 · 7 answers · asked by ? 1

is there any spiritual practises that you can do to redeem yourself.Or any practical advice,something constructive I just don't know what to do??

2006-10-24 09:19:13 · 4 answers · asked by Chirpy chippy 2

I'm thinking something like "scorchers", or "underworlders", something like that.

2006-10-24 09:17:00 · 39 answers · asked by JIMBO 4

I personaly feel that it is ok to trick or treat and have a party etc as long as I stay away from the evil side of it. I don'tt trick or treat..i'm 18. But i'm gonna have a party. However one day when i have kids i will let them trick or treat because i have no problem with it as long as we stay away from the dark side of it. Whats your opinion on it?

2006-10-24 09:13:41 · 31 answers · asked by mountaingirl88 3

Cause watching Batman cartoons taught me more everything religious combined.

2006-10-24 09:11:51 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Corrie Tenboom and Father Maximillan Kolbe are only two of many who cared for others through a dificult and horrible time. Many were there who showed love and concern for others.
"Where two or more are gathered in My name, I am there."

2006-10-24 09:11:07 · 14 answers · asked by Debra M. Wishing Peace To All 7

2006-10-24 09:09:56 · 22 answers · asked by ? 1

Why or why not? do you ask through the holy Ghost? in wyour mind what is the holy Ghost?

2006-10-24 09:07:23 · 41 answers · asked by . 3

I'm just curious, because I'm a Christian, too. But many conservatives who use these criterion also forget that the Bible is quite explicit in its content. In fact, I can't think of anything in recent movies that is not also represented in the Bible. How then do you decide what is good to watch and what is not?

2006-10-24 09:07:20 · 10 answers · asked by Aspurtaime Dog Sneeze 6

This is what I think now after reading the scriptures for a while and praying for the Spirit of Truth and fasting for two days and half.

The reason why we need religion is because we do not realize that humans on themselves can't maintain. That's why God the father exists, we do not fully realize that God's commandments are a sacred laws of virtue; we don't see virtue being sacred. If we in this world applied all the negative things to our lives we as humans will not exist, but if we keep applying everything that is of virtue we will realize we are not only destroying our bodies but also our spirits within, which I believe it's our true and natural selves. We have to realize that we are not only part of the universe but participants of it. We have to magnify the spiritual power within us, but only through righteousness can such power be magnified. All things that are of matter of this world come from pure energy, we are energy, our spirits are energy, we are One in God and God within us. God is Omni potent, Omni scient, and Omni present (in spirit), that is why God is an emotional God. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saint believes that God was once man, but before he became God he found and mastered the spirit within himself. The forefathers of America build this nation under the sacred laws of virtue.

Proverbs: Chapter 8 verse 22-33:

22 The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old.
23 I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was.
24 When there were no depths, I was brought forth; when there were no fountains abounding with water.
25 Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth:
26 While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor athe highest part of the dust of the world.
27 When he prepared the heavens, I was there: when he set a compass upon the face of the depth:
28 When he established the clouds above: when he strengthened the fountains of the deep:
29 When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth:
30 Then I was by him, as one brought up with him: and I was daily his delight, rejoicing always before him;
31 Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.
32 Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways.
33 Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.

2006-10-24 09:06:48 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Did he also give me the finger?

2006-10-24 09:06:21 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am a part of a Ministry that visit convelescent homes, current we are in need of about 15 big print King James Version bibles to be donated to the residence.

2006-10-24 09:06:05 · 7 answers · asked by kingsize baby 1

here is a link to a story about what to wear to church.

http://pages.zdnet.com/mikevanauken/outreach/id101.html

2006-10-24 09:05:01 · 13 answers · asked by IdahoMike 5

2006-10-24 09:04:49 · 20 answers · asked by handsomeface 1

1). Christ came and abolished Mosaic Law, which included the
Ten Commandments. Why honor them now?
2). How is it possible to commit adultery inyour heart if you are not
married? The bible/commandments tell us that when we look
upon a woman with lust we have committed adultery in our
hearts. But if we are single and looking for a mate, how else
are we to view a woman with procreation in mind?
3). In Revelations, the number of the beast is 666. This is the
number by which the Antichrist will be able to control mankind.
It is through this number that he will control all of us. Now,
we have this, which we see every day: WWW. The Hebrew
equivalent resembles the arabic numeral 7; 777, which means,
in Hebrew, 666. Food for thought, eh?

2006-10-24 09:04:31 · 12 answers · asked by The Mystic One 4

2006-10-24 09:04:25 · 5 answers · asked by george p 1

Several times I've noted that people who have put challenging statements or questions in this forum have cut themselves off from being contacted. I find this very confusing. If you would like to engage in a dialogue, doesn't that imply a flow in both directions? Are religious people too unsure of themselves to have a follow-up question posed?

Please don't assume I know...it is only that these questions arise when I find people seal themselves off behind the door of total anonymity.

2006-10-24 09:03:34 · 17 answers · asked by NHBaritone 7

What are your opinions?

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AmwpQBA8pXQADRRzw4cH2xfsy6IX?qid=20061022165557AAi4pxk

great question on the link!

2006-10-24 09:03:19 · 8 answers · asked by Cheezy 2

Why is it that christians can protest in front of an abortion clinic? Don't you think that is not promoting peace? Why are they so against homosexuality? Regardless if you believe it is wrong, who are you to judge? Isn't love one of the biggest things Jesus asks from us? Please mature answers only.

2006-10-24 09:02:38 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-24 09:02:10 · 14 answers · asked by . 3